2008 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Audi A8
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2001 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
